Solvent-based or Non-aqueous Systems
Product
Description
TDS
Disponer 904
A wetting, dispersing, anti-floating and anti-flooding additive used for solvent-based paints.
Disponer 904 S
An additive used for polar and non-polar systems. The activity for most part is independent of the binder. It is used for systems based on alkyd, epoxy, epoxies, acrylic resins, PUR polyesters and vinyl compounds.
Disponer 912
A general purpose wetting & dispersing additive which is especially suitable for dispersion of Zn stearate in wood primers.
Disponer 923
A wetting, dispersing and anti-settling additive used for solvent-based coatings, especially for those that have low to medium polarity.
Disponer 983
A polymeric wetting and dispersing agent used for carbon black pigments in medium polar systems.
Disponer 9250
An excellent wetting and dispersing additive used for stabilization of inorganic pigments in coating systems.
Disponer 9850
An excellent wetting and dispersing additive used for organic pigment, especially carbon black and high performance industrial coatings.
Nuosperse AP 657
An excellent wetting and dispersing additive used for titanium dioxide, extenders and high performance industrial coatings.
Nuosperse FA 196
An additive used for dispersion of carbon black. It also acts as a compatibilizer for alkyd paints used in universal colorants.
Nuosperse 657 RD
A wetting and dispersing additive used for pigments that can be applied to almost all solvent-based paint systems.
Nuosperse - 15
An additive that effectively wets and deflocculates most organic & inorganic pigments and stabilizes the finished dispersion to prevent hard settling and re-agglomeration subsequently.
Nuosperse FX 9086
An additive that provides extremely stable pigment dispersions for application in a wide range of solvent-borne coatings and inks.
Water-based or Aqueous Systems
Product
Description
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Nuosperse FX 540
An additive that works effectively for many hydrophillic pigments and extenders, used in aqueous coatings.
Universal
Product
Description
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Nuosperse 2006
An organic solvent-free anionic surface active compound used as a wetting agent in aqueous as well as organic solvent borne systems.
Nuosperse FA 115
An additive used to improve the incorporation of universal tinting pastes into base dispersion paints.
Nuosperse W 22
An additive that is highly effective in stabilising the finished dispersion to prevent flocculation and viscosity drift.
Nuosperse W 30
An environmentally friendly dispersing agent that can be used with all types of pigments; helps complete colour development and maximum production output. It is compatible with most waterborne coatings vehicles and can be used in decorative paints, industrial coatings and maintenance finishes, automotive coatings, electro-deposition coatings, wood and furniture coatings, parquet lacquers & inks.
Water-based Systems
Product
Description
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Dapro DF 1161
A foam suppressor and a highly effective additive designed for waterborne systems to prevent foam formation caused by milling, mixing or agitation during both, manufacture and application.
Dapro DF 4164
A silicon-free defoamer used for its foam control properties in architectural, industrial paints and flexographic % gravure inks.
Dapro AP 7071
A new cost-efficient mineral oil based defoamer. Its high efficiency liquid defoamer exhibits excellent anti-foaming and defoaming characteristics in waterborne applications.
Solvent-based Systems
Product
Description
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Dapro DF 7015
A defoamer with very good emulsifying properties; recommended for use in grinding pastes, emulsion paints and inks.
Dapro DF MOM
A silicone-free, anti-foaming, de-airing & anti-floating agent used for paint and ink systems containing organic solvents.
Defoam 6510
A modified polysiloxane defoamer extensively used in solvent-based industrial coatings; exhibits excellent antifoaming and defoaming properties.
Defom 3500
A silicon-free bubble releasing and anti foaming agent used for solvent-based and solvent-free systems. It can be used in wood primer, N/C lacquer, PU primer, wood coating.
Product
Description
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Bengel 828
A super dispersible rheological additive for medium to high polarity solvent based systems.
Bengel 908
A highly cost-effective rheological additive; a general purpose organoclay designed for low to medium polarity aliphatic and aromatic coating systems.
Bentone HC
A rheological additive; a refined hectorite suitable for the thickening and flow control of aqueous systems.
Bentone LT
An additive that imparts highest viscosity at low-shear. It is best for wet scrub resistance.
Bentone OC
A rheological additive based on hectorite clay for mineral-based construction and ceramics systems.
Associative Thickeners
Product
Description
TDS
Rheolate 278
An additive used for semi-gloss and silk sheen universal finishes (mid-shear viscosity); It has exceptional flow and leveling.
Rheolate 288
An additive with applications for high-gloss and high clarity (high-shear viscosity) as well as clear wood finishes.
Rheolate 350
An additive with high ICI viscosity (high-shear viscosity). It has excellent paint and colour stability and is solvent and VOC-free.
Rheolate FX 1010
An additive with excellent flow and leveling (mid-shear viscosity). It has higher film and opacity and is water scrub and spatter resistant.
Rheolate 644
A polyether urea polyurethane associative thickener used in low VOC formulation. It provides efficient thickening in high and mid-shear viscosity ranges often without the need of a secondary thickener.
Rheolate CVS 15
An efficient low-shear nonionic synthetic associative thickener that can be used in zero to low VOC deco paints, industrial water-based systems, waterborne inks, etc.
Rheolate 678
An associative thickener for mid to high-shear rate ranges that can be used in water-based paints with low VOC requirements.
Rheolate HX 6008
A highly efficient nonionic synthetic associative thickener used for high-shear rate viscosity build in waterborne systems.
Rheolate HX 6010
An efficient high-shear non-ionic, synthetic associative thickener with an aqueous system used for low VOC requirements in architectural coatings.
Alkali Swellable Emulsion Thickeners
Product
Description
TDS
Rheolate 150
A rheological additive that is cost effective and versatile alkali swellable thickener in an easy to use emulsion form designed to provide high low-shear viscosity build.
Rheolate 175
A rheological additive that is cost effective and effective alkali swellable thickener in an easy to use emulsion form designed to provide excellent mid to high-shear viscosity build.
Rheolate 420
An additive that has high PVC systems; a low-cost excellent scrub that is also sag-resistant.
Other Rheological Additives
Product
Description
TDS
Thixatrol ST
A rheological additive that is a modified derivative of castor oil for use in aliphatic and aromatic solvent-borne coatings.
Thixcin E
A rheological additive for organic systems based on non-polar solvents and used for powder coatings.
Thixcin R
A rheological additive; specially designed thixotrope for organic systems based on solvents and binders with low solubility parameters.
Thixatrol P200X
A predispersed, polyamide wax designed to provide excellent thixotropy. It also has anti-sag and anti-settling properties for solvent-based systems.
DeuRheo 219
A special polyamide wax dispersion, which prevents pigment or filler settling and sagging.
DeuRheo 211
An aromatic-free, polyethylene wax dispersion anti-settling agent which can be handled easily and dispersed rapidly.
DeuRheo 202SP
A polyethylene wax dispersion, anti-settling agent for highly efficient control of pigment settling.
M-P-A 60X
A highly efficient anti-settling and sag-control additive supplied as a soft paste, dispersed in xylene.
M-P-A E106A
A special additive for solvent-based base coats and one coat metallic top coats. It especially improves the orientation of aluminium coatings and prevents settling of pigments.
Film Preservatives
Product
Description
TDS
Thor EPW
A powder dry-film preservative used for the complete protection of interior and exterior coatings from fungal and algal growth. It is free of organic solvents and is suitable for the production of VOC-free formulation.
Thor EPW 1
A water-based preservative specifically developed for the protection of surface coatings, paints and similar products from fungal and algal growth.
Thor EP Paste
A broad-spectrum preservative for the complete protection of interior and exterior coatings from fungal and algal growth.
Thor EP Powder
A powder dry-film preservative for the complete protection of interior and exterior coatings from fungal and algal growth.
Thor IOA
An antimicrobial used for the protection of surface coatings from fungal growth. It is recommended for the protection of interior and exterior coatings, adhesives, fillers, sealants and similar products from surface fungal growth.
Thor IPS 30
A broad-spectrum antifungal product used for the protection of surface coatings and other coatings from dry-film fungal growth. It is also used for the preparation of timber preservation formulations.
Thor Algone P paste
A dry-film biocide used for the complete protection of exterior coatings and similar products from algae growth.
Thor OTW
A competely water-based broad-spectrum preservative used for the prevention of fungal growth on coatings and other products as well as the protection of timber from surface mould growth.
Thor ADA20
A water-based antimicrobial specifically developed for the protection of surface coatings, paints and similar products from algae growth. It is recommended for the protection of coatings, plasters and similar products from algal growth.
Wet State Preservatives
Product
Description
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Thor 14
A VOC-free, concentrated, isothiazolinone-based preservative for the wet-state preservation of formaldehyde sensitive formulations. It is used for industrial water treatment and for the production of antimicrobial products.
Thor DB20
A preservative used for the control of bacterial, fungal and algal growth in wet-state for industrial coatings. It is used in the control of microbial growths in pulp and paper mill process waters, cooling towers, heat exchangers and air-conditioning systems.
Thor BFM
A novel synergistic preservative specially developed for the wet-state preservation of a wide range of water-based products.
Thor 50X
A broad-spectrum antimicrobial for use in aqueous sterilising solutions and for the preparation of cleaning products used for surface preparation, prior to painting.
Thor B 20/BW 20
A formaldehyde-free preservative for the wet-state preservation of a wide range of formulations, particularly those with an alkaline pH.
Thor EF
A preservative specifically developed for the wet-state protection of aqueous metalworking fluids and other alkaline products.
Thor HF
An isothiazolinone/formaldehyde-based, broad microbiological activity spectrum preservative with excellent hot climate stability. It is formulated for the complete wet-state protection of a wide range of aqueous-based products from bacterial and fungal infection.
Thor IFL1
A cost-effective, monovalent stabilised, isothiazolinone/slow-release formaldehyde donor preservative. It is specifically formulated for the complete wet-state preservation of a wide range of aqueous products.
Thor LA 1209
A monovalent stabilised isothiazolinone/bronopol-based preservative for the protection of bivalent metal ion-sensitive formulations from bacterial and fungal infection.
Thor LA 5008
A monovalent stabilised isothiazolinone/bronopol-based preservative for the wet-state preservation of printing products, such as lithographic fount solutions, especially bivalent metal ion-sensitive formulations.
Thor MBS/MBS 5050
A novel CIT, AOX and VOC-free, synergistic preservative. It is specifically developed for the wet-state protection of water-based formaldehyde sensitive products.
Thor MV
A monovalent stabilised isothiazolinone/bronopol-based preservative for the protection of bivalent metal ion-sensitive formulations from bacterial and fungal infection.
Thor RS
A VOC-free, isothiazolinone-based preservative, particularly stable in hot climates. It is used for the wet-state preservation of aqueous, formaldehyde-sensitive formulations.
Thor SPX
A VOC-free, isothiazolinone-based preservative for the wet-state preservation of aqueous, formaldehyde-sensitive formulations.
Thor OF1
A broad-spectrum wet-state preservative specially developed for products that are particulary susceptible to surface fungal growth.
Thor MBZ
A novel CIT and AOX-free, concentrated preservative specially developed for the wet-state protection of water-based formaldehyde-sensitive products.
Thor MKS 2
A novel, water-based antimicrobial specifically developed for the protection of surface coatings, paints and similar products from fungal and algal growth.
Thor MKT 2
A dry-film biocide based on AMME technology. It is used in emulsion-based paints.
Product
Description
TDS
Gasil 23F
A matting agent specifically designed for top coatings for PVC fabrics. It is also used as an anti-caking agent in food and phamaceuticals.
Gasil HP 220
A high-efficiency, easily dispersible matting agent suitable for both clear and pigmented coatings.
Gasil HP 270
A high-efficiency, easily dispersible flatting agent suitable for flatting acid-catalyzed systems including high solids and coil systems.
Gasil HP 39
A synthetic silica designed for solvent-less radiation. It is used in high solid systems, cured coatings, and ink absorbing pigments for inkjet coatings.
Gasil 23D
A matting agent used for printing inks and overprinting lacquers. It has antiblocking of high clarity polypropylene and PVC films as well as anticaking agents for foods, pharmaceuticals and fine powders.
Silcorn G601
A silica matting agent used in coil/can coatings, high solids systems, and radiation-cured coatings.
Gasil HP 260
A high-efficiency, general purpose and easily dispersable matting agent. It is used in solvent-based systems including metal coatings, wood finishes and fabric coatings.
Gasil HS 110
A high-efficiency silica matting agent used in decorative paints and industrial/coil coatings.
Methyl Cellulose
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Description
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Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose
Product
Description
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Hammertone Finishes
Coalescing Agents
Product
Description
TDS
CSIL C-12
A coalescing agent used in formation of paint film. It also improves the wet scrub resistance of film and is used in all emusion-based paints.
Water Repellants
Product
Description
TDS
Dow Corning 520
An active component for formulating penetrating water-repellant treatments. It used on mineral substrate such as brick, stone, concrete and mortar which require water repellancy.
Dow Corning IE - 6683
A water-dillutable silicon water-repellant for porous contruction materials. It for use on porous construction materials such as brick, stone, concrete block, mortar and grout.
Dow Corning IE - 6692
An integral water-repellant used for cement-based construction materials. It is an admixture for cement-based construction materials with improved water resistance.
Dow Corning SHP 60 Plus
A free-flowing powder designed as a hydrophobic additive for demanding cementitious dry-mix formulations. It is added as an ingredient for cement-based compositions to improve hydrophobic performance of final set mortar. It prevents efflorescence aesthetical problems by reducing the transport of water-soluble salt+F131s.
Dow Corning Z-6689
An active component for formulating penetrating water-repellant treatments. It is dilutable in organic or silicone solvents to formulate a water repellant and can be used on neutral and alkaline mineral substrates such as brick, sandstone, concrete and mortar which require water repellacy.
Polysaccharide Resins
Product
Description
TDS
Polysaccharide Resin LPR 76
A resin that surrounds dispersed water droplets impeding their attraction with each other, promoting steric stabilization of the water-in-oil emulsion. During water evaporation, it prevents voids and pinholes from forming in the film and works to maintain the films' durability and performance.
Polysaccharide Resin LPR 100
A resin surrounds the dispersed water droplets impeding their attraction with each other, promoting steric stabilization of the water-in-oil emulsion. During water evaporation, it prevents voids and pinholes from forming in the film and works to maintain the films' durability and performance.
pH Stabilizers
Redispersable Polymer Powders
Product
Description
TDS
Tiones 6021E
A water-soluble redispersible polymer powder based on copolymer of vinyl acetate and ethylene. It is free of solvents.
Adhesion Promotors
Product
Description
TDS
Adherant ADP
An additive to improve adhesion of paint-film, especially on non-ferrous substrates; it mainly is used in stoving paints.
Adherant AP-14
A chlorinated polyolefin, modified acrylic resin used as a PP primer. It provide adhesiveness to top-coat paints.
Slip & Levelling Additives
Product
Description
TDS
Levaslip 872
A polyester modified silicone that exhibits excellent recoatability and thermostable for baking coatings.
Levaslip 876
A good compatibility polysiloxane surface additive. It is used to provide good substrate wetting, anti-cratering performance, excellent leveling and slip for wood coatings and general industrial coatings.
Slip AYD FS 444
A liquid-additive for increasing surface slip and mar resistance of water borne and polar solvent borne coatings.
Modified Starch
Gypsum Retarder
Air Entraining Agent
Miscellaneous
Product
Description
TDS
Nalzin FA379
A very effective liquid corrosion inhibitor for waterborne coatings; it counteracts both flash and early rusting.
Nalzin FA 179
A corrosion-inhibitor for aqueous paint systems to counteract the formation of flash rust.
DeuWax FA 110
A unique matting wax dispersion with exceptional matting as well as slip enhancement effect to the paint films.
Dapro BEZ 75
An agent used in non-aqueous coatings as an effective auxillary to fight settling and sagging. It is particularly useful in aromatic-free formulators.
Dapro FX 2060
A gelling agent for organoclays that can be used in metal coating, architectural coating, marine coating, etc.
Sil - 43
An inert, inorganic non-toxic and non-hazardous micro-sphere material, specifically used for automobile body fillers.
Catacure TIN-18
A high-efficiency curing catalyst for polyurethane coatings, foams, adhesives and sealants.
Falgel 70
A fine particle-size attapulgite clay that provides excellent sag and syneresis control as well as superior anti-settling properties. It reduces roller-spatter in aqueous coatings. It is recommended for use in various water-based coating systems including satin, semi-gloss and gloss coatings.
Black Iron Oxides
Product
Description
TDS
Application
Black Iron Oxide BK 5000
An oxide with excellent wetting, dispersion and suspension properties. The excellent color, tint, and high-hiding of these products suggest use in printing inks, concrete products and floorings.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Black Iron Oxide BK 5099
An oxide with excellent wetting, dispersion and suspension properties are excellent. The excellent color, tint, and high hiding of these products suggest use in printing inks, concrete products and flooring.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Black Iron Oxide BZ 5599
An oxide with excellent wetting, dispersion and suspension properties. The excellent color, tint, and high-hiding of these products suggest use in printing inks, concrete products and floorings.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Heat-Stable Black FM2400
A ferritan product formed at elevated temperatures resulting in complex, inorganic colored pigments known as ceramic pigments. The outstanding heat stability produces excellent pigmentation under extreme processing conditions.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Chrome Oxide Green
Product
Description
TDS
Application
Chrome Oxide G 6099
A cost-effective, high-value pigment used in cosmetics, personal care products, pharmaceuticals, food contact packaging and labelling inks, tobacco products and pet foods.
Personal Care & Pharmaceutical Grade
Chrome Oxide Green GA6090
A cost-effective, high-value pigment used in architectural and other applications including catalysts, abrasives, polishing medias, and refractories.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxides
Product
Description
TDS
Application
Red Iron Oxide R 888
A high-quality, low-cost red pigment used in primers, house and barn paints, structural coatings, building materials, and plastics.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
High purity Red Iron Oxide R 1599HP
A high-purity cosmetic-grade pigments meeting FDA specifications.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
High purity Red Iron Oxide R 2199HP
A high-purity cosmetic-grade pigments meeting FDA specifications.
Personal Care & Pharmaceutical Grade
Red Iron Oxide RB 1797
A ferrispec product widely used in the pigmentation of concrete products, including the following: architectural masonry blocks and bricks, segmented retaining walls and garden units, interlocking pavers, patio blocks, stucco, grouts, mortars and roof tiles, asphalt pavements and roads, asphalt roofing shingles, and ready-mixed concretes. They can be safely used in amounts up to 10% by weight of cement without affecting concrete strength.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RO 1097
A unique line of synthetic iron oxide that provides excellent, cost-effective dispersibility on high-speed mixing equipment. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types and also building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RO 2597
A unique line of synthetic iron oxide that provides excellent, cost-effective dispersibility on high-speed mixing equipment. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, as well as building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RO 3097
A unique line of synthetic iron oxide that provides excellent, cost-effective dispersibility on high-speed mixing equipment. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, including building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RO 4597
A unique line of synthetic iron oxide that provides excellent, cost-effective dispersibility on high-speed mixing equipment. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, including building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RO 6097
A unique line of synthetic iron oxide provides excellent, cost-effective dispersibility on high-speed mixing equipment. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, including building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RO 8097
A unique line of synthetic iron oxide provides excellent, cost-effective dispersibility on high-speed mixing equipment. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RR 2597
A product line with excellent dispersibility as well as clean, bright mass tones and tint colors. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Red Iron Oxide RR 4597
A product line with excellent dispersibility as well as clean, bright mass tones and tint colors. It is used widely in paints and coatings of all types, building materials, plastics and chemicals.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Yellow Iron Oxides
Product
Description
TDS
Application
Yellow Iron Oxide YO 2900
A synthetic pigment that is easily dispersable under high speed dispersors. Yellow oxide products are non-fading and non-reactive with weak acids and alkalis, making them the best choice for superior colour in a wide range of applications, such as: paints, enamels, building materials, plastics, rubber, paper and other applications where permanent yellows are required.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Yellow Iron Oxide YO 2087L
A synthetic pigment that is easily dispersable under high speed dispersors. Yellow oxide products are non-fading and non-reactive with weak acids and alkalis, making them the best choice for superior colour in a wide range of applications, such as: paints, enamels, building materials, plastics, rubber, paper and other applications where permanent yellows are required.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Yellow Iron Oxide YZ 1688
An easy dispersable, yellow iron grade with low viscosity, exceptional micronization and colour reproducibility.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Yellow Iron Oxide YZ 1988
An easily dispersable, yellow iron grade that exhibits reduced viscosity and oil absorption in both solvent and water-borne grinding systems.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Yellow Iron Oxide YZ 2288
An easily dispersable, yellow iron grade that exhibits reduced viscosity and oil absorption in both solvent and water-borne grinding systems.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Brown Iron Oxides
Product
Description
TDS
Application
Brown Iron Oxide BC 2790
An oxide with wide acceptance in the pigmentation of concrete products and coatings.
Industrial, Architectural, Coil & Powder Industries
Blanc Fixe
Hydroxy Acrylic Matting Resins
Product
Description
TDS
Application
Hypomer AC 7435
A thermoplastic acrylate with good adhesion on ABS, PS, HIPS, PC and ABS/PC. It aids in inter-coat adhesion with a UV-top coat. Its use on metallic paint will improve the insulation of coating film and pass a 7000V test. Using this will enhance reliability and hand sweat resistance.
Industrial Coating
Hypomer MT 2350
A matting resin used for solvent-borne coatings. Functional, clear coatings are formulated with this special resin to demonstrate an excellent and smooth feel. It has good matting effects and gives better transparency compared to using traditional matting silicas. This resin shows excellent adhesion performance on most common plastic substrates.
Industrial Coating
Single Pack epoxy
Acrylated Alkyd Resins
Phenalkamine
Phenalkamide
Adducts
